Nigerian Police Force has currently placed officers on red alert following the assassination of top Iranian General, Qassem Soleimani.
The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu has ordered all police men to be on the alert and ready to strike after US ordered an airstrike against Soleimani for planning an attack against United States.
According to The Cable, some members of Islamic Movement of Nigeria have taken to the streets to react to the news.
This was made known in a thread of tweets via the verified Twitter account of the Nigerian Police.
DEATH OF IRANIAN GENERAL: IGP PLACES POLICEMEN ON RED ALERT NATIONWIDE
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Mohammed Adamu has placed Police Commands and Formations nationwide on red alert.
This proactive measure follows Intelligence Report that sequel to the recent killing of an Iranian General; some domestic interests are planning to embark on massive public disturbances and sabotage.
Consequently, Zonal AIGs and Command Commissioners of Police have been directed to ensure maximum surveillance and security of lives and property across the nation.
The Police Commanders have been directed to ensure strategic deployments of both overt and covert Police operatives to ensure adequate security and safety of citizens, foreigners especially diplomats and diplomatic missions domiciled in Nigeria as well as the protection of critical national assets.
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Meanwhile, the IGP has assured all Nigerians and foreigners resident in Nigeria of adequate security. He has equally warned all potential troublemakers to steer clear of the streets and territory of Nigeria.
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